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1 online resource (240 pages) |
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Access limited to subscribing institutions. |
| Summary |
The definitive work on the Vulcan bomber, containing new, previously unpublished, and rarely seen imagesA historical account of Britain's nuclear deterrent force, the development of atomic/thermonuclear weapons, and the bombers, this book includes a description of the design, development, and manufacture of the Vulcan; the flight testing program; and entry into RAF service. There is also a full account of the Vulcan's career, including its primary role as a nuclear bomber and as a key participant in the 1982 Falklands conflict. Further coverage includes the use of the Vulcan as a refueling tanker and reconnaissance platform, and the recent project to restore a Vulcan to flying condition. Historical information is combined with first-hand accounts from former air and ground crews, and a full description of the service history/disposal of every Vulcan aircraft manufactured. |
| System Details |
System requirements: Adobe Digital editions. |
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Print version record. |
| Subject |
HISTORY / Military / Aviation.
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Vulcan (Jet bomber) -- Design and construction.
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Vulcan (Jet bomber) -- History.
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Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Freading.
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| Related To |
Print version: McLelland, Tim. Vulcan. Stroud : History Press, 2012. 9780752463797 : (Uk)016030585 |
| ISBN |
9780752476957 (e-pub) |
| Standard No. |
9780752476957 |
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